Pots, Pans & Stovetop Cookware: Guides, Care & Recipes

Having the right kinds of pots and pans is essential for a home cook. Learn about all the types of stove top cookware and how to take care of them.

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    Turkey Dijon Melts

    I make this when I crave comfort food but don’t have the time or energy for a big meal. It...


    Beef Stroganoff

    You'd never guess this creamy, full-flavored Stroganoff is actually light! It is very meaty and features a thick tomato sauce...


    Easy Sweet-and-Sour Meatballs

    The already prepared meatballs make this a very easy and quick supper. You can use your own homemade meatballs or...


    Swedish Christmas Rice Pudding

    Rice pudding is an old-fashioned dessert that is comforting and delicious. The creamy treat has a mild vanilla flavor.—Karla Larson,...


    Spicy Seafood Bisque

    This spicy soup, featuring shrimp, crabmeat and tomatoes, gets its zip from hot pepper sauce and cayenne pepper. It's easy...


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    Chicken-Fried Steaks

    My husband asks me to prepare this easy chicken fried steak recipe regularly. I like it because it's so simple...


    Dark Chocolate Pudding

    Life is too short to pass on dessert. This old-fashioned treat is so creamy and comforting! —Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia


    Hearty Beef Barley Soup

    My entire family just loves this delicious and comforting soup. Loaded with chunks of tender beef, the rich broth also...

    Mandarin Orange Chicken Salad

    My sister-in-law introduced me to this colorful mandarin chicken salad with a delicious homemade dressing. I reduced the oil and...


    Cold Chicken-Cheese Kabobs

    These appealing kabobs will add pizazz to any party—and you don't even have to get out the grill! —Sherine Gilmour,...


    Taco Twist Soup

    The fun, family-friendly twist in this taco soup is the spiral pasta. I lightened this soup by substituting black beans...


    Seafood Bisque

    We live on the Gulf Coast, where fresh seafood is plentiful. I adapted several recipes to come up with this...


    Caramel Ice Cream Sauce

    I love stirring up this delightful caramel ice cream topping on the stovetop. With its smooth texture and yummy taste...


    Buffet Scrambled Eggs

    These are my favorite scrambled eggs. The white sauce, flavored with chicken bouillon, keeps the eggs creamy and moist. It's...


    Mexican-Inspired Chicken Soup

    This zesty chicken taco soup is loaded with corn and black beans in a mildly spicy red broth. As a...


    Garlic Shrimp Spaghetti

    Served with a salad and garlic bread toast, this garlic shrimp spaghetti makes a tasty dinner. —June Foote, Spring Hill,...


    Enchilada Chicken Soup

    Canned soups, enchilada sauce and a few other convenience items make this chicken enchilada soup recipe one of my fast...

    Favorite Hot Chocolate

    You need just a few basic ingredients to stir up this spirit-warming sipper. The comforting beverage is smooth and not...


    Chili Chicken Strips

    Instead of ordinary bread crumbs, seasoned crushed corn chips coat these slightly crunchy chicken fingers. If your family likes food...


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    Louisiana Jambalaya

    My husband helped add a little spice to my life. He grew up on Cajun cooking, such as Louisiana jambalaya,...


    Double Chocolate Walnut Fudge

    Anyone who's fond of chocolate will like this smooth, nutty fudge twice as much. I enjoy making several batches when...


    Healthy Chicken Dumpling Soup

    My husband was fooled with this low-fat recipe and I'm sure your family will be, too! A savory broth, hearty...


    Chicken Vegetable Soup

    I love eating a big bowl of this colorful, fresh-tasting soup on a winter's day. What a great way to...

    Italian Wedding Soup

    Even in our hot Florida weather, this soup always satisfies! I add cooked pasta at the end of the simmering...


    Sloppy Joe Stew

    This old-fashioned stew has a slightly sweet taste from the addition of canned corn. You can make the stew ahead...


    Sweet Potato Stew

    Beef broth and herbs complement the potatoes' subtle sweetness in this hearty stew that's perfect for fall. — Helen Vail,...


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    Spaghetti Chicken Parmesan

    I like to make this yummy chicken Parmesan with spaghetti when I have extra sauce on hand. The herbed coating...


    Contest-Winning Old-Fashioned Potato Salad

    We live at the edge of Pennsylvania Dutch Country, where there are lots of small farms. Country markets are plentiful...


    Teriyaki Glazed Chicken

    I love to experiment with food. We're able to buy sweet onions grown on Maui, so I stir-fry them with...